Ritchey, MO Live Doppler Radar
Live radar for Ritchey, Newton County: every NWS radar combined, rain, snow and ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and official warnings.
What weather hits Ritchey?
Since 1996, the National Weather Service has logged damaging thunderstorm winds on 146 days in the Newton forecast zone and Newton County — the most common reported hazard around Ritchey, mostly in May and July. Next come flash flooding (140 days) and flooding (33 days).
| Hazard | Days reported | Most recent | Worst on record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damaging thunderstorm winds | 146 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2009 · $3.0 million damage |
| Flash flooding | 140 | Jun 2026 | Mar 17, 2008 · $2.0 million damage |
| Flooding | 33 | Jun 2026 | May 8, 2002 · 1 death · $10,000 damage |
| Heavy snow & winter storms | 32 | Jan 2026 | Nov 30, 2006 · $150,000 damage |
| Excessive heat | 9 | Aug 2012 | — |
| Ice storms & sleet | 6 | Feb 2008 | Jan 12, 2007 · $40 million damage |
| Extreme cold & wind chill | 6 | Feb 2025 | Dec 12, 2000 · $10,000 damage |
| High winds | 3 | Nov 2015 | Nov 27, 2005 · $50,000 damage |
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, 1996–2026 (the latest year is partial). A "day" is a date with at least one report in the Newton forecast zone and Newton County; damage is as reported, not adjusted for inflation.
How much snow does Ritchey get?
A normal year brings about 6.1 inches of snow to Ritchey, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the Pierce City weather station 9.8 miles away. The snowiest month is usually January (3.1 in).
| Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Normal snowfall in inches. TALON Pro compares this season's snow at your location with these normals as winter goes on.
Which radars cover Ritchey?
The closest NEXRAD Doppler radar is KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 48 miles east-northeast. Radar beams climb as they travel, so the height of the lowest scan over town decides how low in a storm the radar can see.
| Radar | Distance | Lowest beam over Ritchey | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSGF Springfield, MO | 48 mi east-northeast | 3,300 ft | Good — most storms and steady rain or snow show clearly |
| KINX Tulsa, OK | 93 mi southwest | 8,600 ft | Fair — the beam can pass over shallow snow and low-level rotation |
| KSRX Fort Smith, AR | 115 mi south | 11,900 ft | Limited — the beam overshoots the lowest part of storms |
Beam height is the center of the 0.5° scan above the radar, with standard refraction. Mountains near a radar can block it further.
Tornado & hail history near Ritchey
Since 1950, NOAA has recorded 132 tornadoes within 25 miles of Ritchey, 28 of them EF2/F2 or stronger. Most came in May and April. The strongest was an EF5 on May 22, 2011, which passed about 3 miles northwest of town and caused 158 deaths. The most recent was an EF1 on June 6, 2025, which passed about 12 miles southeast of town.
Hail: 608 reports of 1-inch or larger hail within 25 miles since 1955, 41 of them 2 inches or more; the largest was 5.25-inch hail on April 26, 1994.
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center — tornadoes 1950–2025, hail 1955–2025. Distances are to each tornado's track; ratings before February 2007 use the original Fujita scale.
On TALON you get Ritchey's live radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks with arrival times and NWS warnings free; close-up radar and rotation detection are part of TALON Pro.
Ritchey radar FAQ
Where is the nearest weather radar to Ritchey, MO?
KSGF (Springfield, MO), about 48 miles east-northeast. KINX (Tulsa, OK) is 93 miles away and also covers the area.
Does radar show snow in Ritchey?
Yes. TALON colors snow blue, a rain–snow mix pink and freezing rain purple using NOAA's precipitation-type analysis. Over Ritchey the lowest scan from KSGF is about 3,300 ft up.
Is TALON's radar for Ritchey free?
Yes — the US radar loop, rain/snow/ice colors, flash-flood risk, storm tracks and NWS warnings are free in any browser. Close-up radar, rotation detection and longer forecasts are part of TALON Pro.
Should I rely on radar for my safety?
No app replaces official warnings. When the National Weather Service issues a warning for Ritchey, follow it right away — see watch vs. warning.
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